Microsoft Windows XP SP2
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CNET editors' rating:
3.5 stars
Very good
THE GOOD
New firewall; pop-up ad blocker for Internet Explorer; new Security Center makes managing security apps easier.
THE BAD
Created conflicts with our notebook's wireless connection; some security enhancements won't work with current Intel hardware; firewall lacks important features; download too large for dial-up users, and CDs will take weeks to arrive once they're available.
THE BOTTOM LINE
We recommend installing Windows XP SP2 but only after Microsoft has had a few weeks to work out the kinks.
CNET Reader Reviews
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May 9, 2005 10:08
Mediocre
1.0/5
I finally agreed to update after endless nags from Microsoft for SP2. Immediately I had problems from e mail to Word and constant security clearance screens. So I removed SP2. Wrong thing to do. It rendered my whole system inoperable, I had to pay $... read more » -
April 26, 2005 08:23
4.5/5
I'm kind of sick and tired of hearing all the SLAMS on SP2. I figure that those who do slam it, have nothing better to do. If you're a PC or Tech WIZ fine...do what you do best, but for the mass, SP2 is what the doctor ordered...I give it a 9 instea... read more » -
June 21, 2005 09:46
Terrible
0.5/5
I am very displeased with this product and its certainly not the best operating system on the market. Maybe for people who have never seen or operated a computer before and idiot users, I guess windows is all right and probably seems amazing, for e... read more »
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